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BRICKS & BRICK SOLUTIONS
bricks to inspire you
Tradition & innovationAt the heart of the Vandersanden Group is a spirit of innovation, honesty, trust and respect. As a company, we offer a product range that inspires and enables the design and construction of beautiful buildings. As business partners, we build longstanding relationships based on open conversation where we listen to our customers and understand their needs. We now have our own UK offices, so you can also experience exceptional customer support direct from the manufacturer. Discover how working together is like being party of a happy family. Thank you for taking the time to learn about our products.
It’s the nation’s preferred building material. Brick is a warm, stylish and a natural eco-friendly product. At Vandersanden the bricks are made using a process which dates back centuries and has been refined over generations.
Time-honoured and traditional doesn’t have to mean out-dated and old-fashioned. We use state-of-the art techniques and installations. The result is that your façade displays a pure quality that will last into the next century.
More reasons to choose brick:• Extremely user-friendly and low-maintenance• Withstands high pressures and frost• Free of shrinkage and resistant to temperature variations• Keeps your home beautifully warm• Multiple designs to suit every taste and style
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Sustainable manufacturing and an obligation to future generations are at the heart of our production process. All Vandersanden brick factories are certified to ISO 14001, the recognised standard for environmental management. In fact, our wastage levels are down to 0%!
We offer an inspiring array of bricks in colours ranging from reds and browns, to greys, creams and buffs. Stocks are held in three locations nationally which can be transported quickly and easily using our in-house logistics expertise. Our bricks meet the EN771-1 standards, have no efflorescence at all and all meet F2/S2 ratings for durability.We have project references available on our website, where you can also download 3-D texture maps of Vandersanden facing bricks. Or, you can order physical samples to help you make the right brick choice. You’re welcome to visit our showroom where our dedicated sales team will take the time to understand your requirements. Here, you will be able to touch and feel all our products including an extended range of special shaped bricks and brick slips.
When you have a question, we will provide an answer. If you need advice, we can offer direction. If you’re struggling for inspiration, we’ll find you something magnificent.These are just some of the benefits of dealing directly with the manufacturer.
why choose vandersanden group
craftsmanship at the heart of every brick
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let us inspire you...
British bricks traditionally varied in colour thanks to regional differences in clay. Across East Anglia, a warm buff was commonplace, compared to the rich reds of the South or the cool blues of the North.
Today colour choice is a matter of personal taste. The following pages are designed to inspire and inform you showcasing why Vandersanden Group is the ultimate specialist in facing bricks.
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Zena014
Cream038
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Rega123
Platina
Platina combined with Midnight Blue
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Mistral058
Anicius079
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Highbury155
Lindebloem008
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Benwick Blend034
Woodland Mixture052
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Drayton Cream007
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Cantley Mixture031
Old Duxford101
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Corum064
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Old Sanderstead020
Caversham Mixture028
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Ledbury081
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Sunset Gold074A4
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Rose006
Hailsham Mixture029
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Fenton Mixture022
Cayenne063
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Kentmere061
Old Forge102
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Old Farmhouse060
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Old Victorian090
Old Coachhouse070
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Cottage Mixture023
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Flemish Antique024
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Maltings Antique024A7
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Wickford Antique027A4
Aldeburgh595
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Autumn Red Multi027
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Boston086
Terra Red011
Boston combined with Argentis
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Scala095
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Jubilee594
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Old AshtonA Dumoulin product
Becton 1112221B0
becton, our latestnew colour
The latest addition to our range is the Becton Red Multi facing brick, which offers a bolder colour and fewer variations typically found in traditional blends. With rich red tones, it’s certain to become a favourite.
lead where others will follow. be bold, try something new & different.
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Blenheim Red Multi056
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Safora 068Bromley Red Multi013
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Sepia019
Sella062
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Cortona071Acera066
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Lithium045
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Midnight Blue001
Morvan533
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As the trend for reclaimed bricks continues, good quality products become harder to find and ever more expensive to buy. Levels of wastage experienced with even the highest quality reclaims can be in the region of 20%. Therefore, Vandersanden’s patented aging process offers a genuine alternative: A new facing brick with an aged appearance, offering a reclaimed look that comes with our quality guarantee and impressive 0.2% wastage statistic.
The way in which we make our Nostalgia reclaimed-style bricks is unique. We tumble our bricks before they are fired in the kiln to produce a distressed look. The advantage of tumbling unfired is the corners and edges of the bricks are not chipped or damaged, just bruised and rounded. Also, the colour pigmentations is fired onto the brick surface, including the rounded edges, during the subsequent firing process. The result is an aged brick that looks more natural and has a much greater resemblance to a reclaimed brick.
a fresh approach to the aging process
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60 Old Farmhouse 90 Old Victorian101 Old Duxford
102 Old Forge
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For dramatic kerb-appeal, a monochrome brick choice makes a bold statement.
Blacks, whites and greys create an impressive effect whatever your project size or subject. Changing tastes and growing trends towards more statement brickwork have given rise to our most visually striking product colours yet. With over 50 colours in our range, there are multiple choices for even the most discerning project.
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Plinth BricksPL 3 Plinth Stretcher
Type A B C D E R
PL3.1 215 102 65 9 46 45⁰
PL3.2 215 102 65 23 60 45⁰
PL 4 Plinth Internal Return(left or right hand)
Type A B C D E F R
PL4.1 215 102 65 9 46 169 45⁰
PL4.2 215 102 65 23 60 155 45⁰
PL 7 Plinth External Return(left or right hand)
Type A B C D E F R
PL7.1 215 102 65 9 159 46 45⁰
PL7.2 215 102 65 23 173 60 45⁰
For some projects and houses you may create unique architectural shapes that are not easy to achieve with regular facing bricks, such as angles of 135° or round walls with limited diameter. Vandersanden offers special moulded bricks for such applications..
We offer a wide range of specials. By choosing wisely or combining brick types, you will find made-to-fit solutions for all brickwork challenges. Our special shaped bricks are available in almost all colours from our wide range.
Please note!Our most popular specials and colours are usually held in stock in the UK but all standard and non-standard special shapes are made to order.
Angle Bricks
AN 1 Squint (Left hand shown)(left or right hand - if surface as textured finish)
Type A B C D E R
AN1.1 164 102 65 51 89 30⁰
AN1.2 164 102 65 51 94 45⁰
AN1.3 164 102 65 51 117 60⁰
AN 2 External Angle (Left hand shown)(left or right hand - if surface as textured finish) Type A B C D R
AN2.1 159 102 65 102 30⁰
AN2.2 159 102 65 102 45⁰
AN2.3 159 102 65 102 60⁰
AN2.4 215 102 65 102 30⁰
AN2.5 215 102 65 102 45⁰
AN2.6 215 102 65 102 60⁰
AN 3 Internal Angle (dog leg)(left or right hand - if surface as textured finish)
Type A B C D R
AN3.1 164 102 65 51 30⁰
AN3.2 164 102 65 51 45⁰
AN3.3 164 102 65 51 60⁰
AN3.4 159 102 65 102 30⁰
AN3.5 159 102 65 102 45⁰
AN3.6 159 102 65 102 60⁰
AN3.7 215 102 65 102 30⁰
AN3.8 215 102 65 102 45⁰
AN3.9 215 102 65 102 60⁰
AN 5 Single Cant(left or right hand - if surface as textured finish)
Type A B C D E
AN5.1 215 102 65 46 159
AN5.2 215 102 65 60 173
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Special design and detailing
Please contact our technical support team on 01954 268075, for advice about the perfect solution for your project.
Pistol BricksPS 1 Rebated Soldier (Pistol soldier)
PS 2 Rebated Stretcher (Pistol stretcher)
Type A B C D E
PS1.1 215 102 65 140 25
PS1.2 215 102 65 65 25
PS1.3 215 102 65 185 25
Type A B C D E
PS2.1 215 102 65 35 20
Bonding BricksBD 1.1 Half bat (snap header)
Note: Can be supplied face on bed
Type A B C
BD1.1 102 102 65
Bullnose BricksBN 1 Single bullnose
Type A B C R
BN1.1 215 102 65 25
BN1.2 215 102 65 51
BN 2 Double bullnose
Type A B C R
BN2.1 215 102 65 25
BN2.2 215 102 65 51
TIP The ‘50mm’ makes buildings appear wider. The individual brick length emphasises the horizontal aspect of the building. This is a particularly useful characteristic for smaller developments or where a sense of extra width is required.
TIP Every brick is also available as a slip, which is a ±2 cm slice taken from the front face of a brick. The height and the width of a brick slip is therefore the same as those of an entire facing brick. Brick slips are not laid with mortar but glued against an existing surface. Once they are finished with joint mortar they are indistinguishable from classic ma-sonry. Slips are a popular choice for interior brick features, due to the significant space saving derived from the thinner brick format.
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Brick type65 mm Pack Size
65 mm Pack Weight (kg)
50 mmCompressive Strength (N/mm2)
Water Absorption (%AV)
Tolerance Range DurabilityActive Soluable Salts
Lindebloem 620 1358 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Lithium 580 1340 Yes 20 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Maltings Antique 580 1300 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Midnight Blue 620 1457 Yes 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Mistral 580 1364 Yes 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Morvan (Solid) 560 1462 Yes 17,5 8 T2 R1 F2 S2
Old Ashton 572 1450 Yes 26 15 T1 R1 F1 S2
Old Duxford 580 1322 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Old Farmhouse 580 1276 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Old Forge 580 1322 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Old Coachhouse 580 1270 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Old Sanderstead 580 1311 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Old Victorian 600 1380 Yes 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Platina 620 1410 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Rega 620 1450 Yes 20 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Rose 580 1276 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Safora 584 1320 Yes 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Scala 584 1320 - 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Sella 580 1334 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Sepia 620 1476 Yes 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Sunset Gold 580 1300 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Terra Red 620 1457 - 20 10 T2 R1 F2 S2
Wickford Antique 580 1300 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Woodland Mixture 620 1358 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Zena 584 1350 Yes 12 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Brick type65 mm Pack Size
65 mm Pack Weight (kg)
50 mmCompressive Strength (N/mm2)
Water Absorption (%AV)
Tolerance Range DurabilityActive Soluable Salts
Acera 584 1320 - 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Aldeburgh 584 1320 - 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Anicius 620 1457 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Autumn Red 620 1457 Yes 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Becton Red Multi 584 1320 - 15 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Benwick Blend 580 1300 Yes 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Blenheim Red Multi 584 1320 - 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Boston 584 1320 - 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Bromley Red Multi 560 1215 Yes 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Cantley Mixture 580 1264 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Caversham Mixture 580 1270 Yes 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Cayenne 620 1358 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Cortona 620 1519 Yes 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Corum 580 1276 Yes 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Cottage Mixture 580 1293 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Cream 620 1457 Yes 20 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Drayton Cream 620 1364 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
Fenton Mix 580 1299 - 20 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Flemish Antique 620 1420 Yes 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Hailsham Mixture 580 1227 Yes 20 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Highbury 580 1305 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Jubilee 584 1320 Yes 10 15 T2 R1 F2 S2
Kentmere 580 1414 - 20 14 T2 R1 F2 S2
Ledbury 560 1226 - 20 17 T2 R1 F2 S2
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ENGOBED WATERSTRUCKBy applying an innovative technique devel-oped in-house, Vandersanden Group has the ability to create a special range of en-gobed waterstruck facing bricks. Engobes are liquid pigment dyes that mostly consist of clay minerals and oxides. They exist in all the colours of the rainbow offering unlimited design possibilities. A façade con-structed with engobed Waterstruck bricks alternates matt facing bricks with bricks that reflect the sunlight.
EffectDepending on the light, the engobed wa-terstruck bricks possess a subtle sheen.
We use our very own patented shaping method where bricks are tumbled before they are kiln-fired. This ensures Vandersanden bricks have a solid structure coupled with the popular distressed appearance of reclaimed bricks.
EffectBecause the plasticity of an unbaked product is higher than that of a baked version, the brick acquires a very natural looking ‘aged’ patina, making the brick appear reclaimed in texture.
waterstruck
Choosing your preferred texture of facing bricks comes down to personal taste. That’s why we offer four different options, each with its own appearance and character. The variations are achieved by using different manufacturing processes. We classify our textures as handmade, stock, water-struck and aged.
The name refers to the very special shaping technique which uses water pressure to produce relatively smooth bricks.
EffectSmall pockets of air between the batch of clay and the wall of the mould provides some texture to the surface. The brick is relatively smooth with fewer veins.
understanding bricks
The most well-known and com-monly used brick type. Today, a mechanical process is used to emulate the time-honoured, hand-moulded brick shapes.
EffectThis texture adds more depth and distinction to the colour of the facing bricks. Tiny shadow lines, formed by the veins in the brick, are caused where light falls on its surface.
traditional handmade
reclaimedlook
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brick basicsJoint effect
joint colours
understanding bricks
Chosen your favourite colour? The overall look of your exterior walls is strongly influenced by the way the selected bricks are pointed. Furthermore, depending on brick size, between 10 and 20% of the façade may consist of joint material, so the joint colour itself has a significant impact on the overall aesthetic of your project. Choosing the right joint colour is a decision that should not be rushed. After all, the joint makes or breaks the façade.
the effect of the joints
Grey is the most common choice for joint colour because of its neutral tone. When close up there is sufficient contrast with the colour of the brick. However, from a distance the brick and mortar give the appearance of being one entity.
A white joint emphasises the lines of the joint and simultaneously refreshes and intensifies the colour of the brick.
Black mortar is being used more frequently. It can give a warm effect with certain brick colours.
Coloured mortar with coloured bricks creates even surfaces. The contrast between the brick and the joint is reduced to a minimum.
An overview of the most commonly used joint colours and their effect on the façade.
Our innovative jointless effect Zero brick offers the option of construction with-out showing mortar.
The result. Pure, flawless brick façade with character, in which the colour of the bricks is not affected by the colour of the joints.
Choice of 14 colours. Unique and only available at Vandersanden.
grey
black
white
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brick basicsBonding
brick basics
Be inspired at www.vandersandengroup.com. You will find hundreds of model projects to look at.
Ook de manier waarop een steen wordt gemetseld – het metselverband – beïnvloedt in sterke mate het uitzicht van een gevel. Een doordacht gekozen metselverband geeft extra cachet en karakter aan uw woning.
brickwork bonds
Be inspired www.vandersandengroup.co.uk Browse hundreds of projects to fuel your imagination!
Brickwork bond with special shaped bricks
The way in which a brick is laid - the brickwork bond – strongly influences the appearance of a façade. Well-chosen brick bonds give building projects distinctive character and style.
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brickwork bonds
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Our facing bricks have a lifespan of well over one hundred years, after which they can be given a new lease of life through recycling and reclamation.
how’s that for a sustainability!
4 Furthermore, our manufacturing process does not generate any waste.
5 Thanks to careful use of rain and ground-water which remains in a closed system, there is no waste water discharge.
6 Naturally, we keep our CO2 emissions as low as possible. Thanks to more efficient kilns, improved drying rooms, solar panels and heat recovery, we use 50% less energy today than we did in 1983.
1 Durability starts with the basics, such as the raw material for our facing bricks. We extract 50% of our clay from ground works at construction and infrastructure projects, meaning fewer extractions are required.
2 Did you know that bricks are made from 100% natural raw materials? We only add sand and natural colour pigments to the clay.
3 During production, every kilogram of raw material becomes a kilogram of brick.
Bricks are durable and become even stronger when manufactured, packed and distributed by a sustainable and robust company like Vandersanden Group.Since 1924 Vandersanden has manufactured facing bricks
whilst also respecting environmental sustainability as well as the people in and around our company.
This respect remains at the heart of what we say and do every day. Through our long-term investment programme, Vandersanden minimises material and energy consumption. In fact, our wastage levels are down to 0%! We constantly strive to decrease our impact on the natural environment wherever possible.
we are a 14001 certified company
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Come and visit us in our UK showroom. Our brick specialists are here to help you completely understand how our range of brick products can be used most effectively and to ensure you choose precisely the right type, colour, size and shape of bricks, every time.
Be sure to visit the Vandersanden website. You will find helpful advice, case studies, project examples, 3D texture maps and much more.
For example, you may wish to try our free sample delivery service; this can help you experience different surface textures and colour variations of our bricks first hand.
Vandersanden Group delivers. And to make sure of it, we hold stock in three locations across the UK. Our dedicated logistics team will ensure your bricks arrive spotless and on time, at the location of your choice.
Vandersanden Group is the clear choice of partner for your next building project. Our heritage, expertise and firm commitment to long term sustainability are sure to inspire confidence in our products, people and company philosophy.
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your project is in safe hands with usWe’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far and our customers are an integral part of our story. We also believe there are forward-thinking partners we have yet to meet who will set us new challenges we can face together.
Whether you’re searching for a traditional, contemporary or innovative product, require an inspirational or distinguished result, there’s a Vandersanden brick to shape your story.
If you identify with Vandersanden’s values and feel our products are right for you, contact us today. We look forward to welcoming you to the family.
Vandersanden Group.
www.vandersandengroup.co.uk
head office
VANDERSANDEN GROUPRiemsterweg 300B-3740 BilzenTel.: +32 (0)89 51 01 40 Fax: +32 (0)89 49 28 45
Issue number: 17-1
BRICKS & BRICK SOLUTIONS
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Suite 1 Unity House,9 Stocks Bridge WayCompass Point Business ParkSt. Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 5JLTel.: 01954 268075 Fax:. 01954 267398
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